Which of the Following Is Not an Example of Strategic

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of strategic advantage attained through technology?

• A) Differentiated personal service
• B) Technical novelty of product
• C) Technical novelty of process
• D) Legal protection of intellectual property
• E) Robust design

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traceable to the manufacturing of a specific product and included in the direct costs of production.

Variable Overhead

Costs that vary with the level of production or business activity, such as utilities or indirect materials.

Direct Material

Raw materials and components that are directly incorporated into a finished product and can be easily traced to the product.

Direct Labor-Hours

A measure of the hours worked by employees directly involved in the production process.